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Ex-OpenAI researcher finds Nvidia Blackwell chips in Chinese AI models

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A former OpenAI researcher claims to have discovered technical evidence indicating that six Chinese AI models are utilizing Nvidia's Blackwell GPUs. Will DePue's analysis suggests that models from DeepSeek, Moonshot AI, MiniMax, and Ant Group are employing this advanced hardware, which is subject to US export controls. DePue estimates that the computing power used for training these models represents an investment exceeding half a billion dollars. AI

IMPACT This finding could have significant implications for US export control policies and the competitive landscape of AI development.

RANK_REASON The item reports on claims made by a former researcher regarding the use of specific hardware in AI models, rather than an official announcement or a direct industry event.

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Ex-OpenAI researcher finds Nvidia Blackwell chips in Chinese AI models

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  1. The Decoder TIER_1 English(EN) · Maximilian Schreiner ·

    Former OpenAI researcher says he found Nvidia Blackwell fingerprints hidden inside six Chinese AI models

    <p><img alt="" class="attachment-full size-full wp-post-image" height="768" src="https://the-decoder.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/china_vs_usa_ai_race.png" style="height: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;" width="1376" /></p> <p> Former OpenAI researcher Will DePue says he has produce…

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